A retrofit safety grate on a floor door or hatch is important for contractors and building owners for several reasons.
First
Safety grates help prevent falls and injuries by providing a secure barrier over the opening. Floor doors and hatches can be tripping or potential fall hazards, especially in areas with high foot traffic or industrial settings where heavy equipment is used. A safety grate provides a physical barrier that prevents people from accidentally falling into the opening and helps keep workers safe.
Second
Retrofit safety grates also help prevent unauthorized access to areas that are meant to be restricted. These openings may lead to sensitive areas, such as electrical or mechanical equipment rooms, where only authorized personnel should be allowed. A safety grate ensures that only those with authorized access can enter these areas.
Third
Retrofit safety grates are often required by building codes and regulations. Compliance with safety regulations and standards is essential for contractors and building owners to avoid legal liabilities and ensure a safe work environment.
Overall, installing a retrofit safety grate on a floor door or hatch is an important safety measure that can help prevent accidents and unauthorized access while ensuring compliance with safety regulations and standards.
The Retrofit Safety Grate is designed to fit any manufacturer floor door.
The OSHA-compliant Retrofit Safety Grating provides permanent fall protection for previously installed floor doors. Designed to fit any manufacturer floor door, it features a 6-inch side access, positive locking in both open and closed positions, and includes a padlock hasp with two nut rails.
Additional Features include:
- Load Rating: 300 PSF
- Material: Aluminum extruded, 6" x 1/4" serrated plate, powder coat
- Hold Open Arm: 316 SSTL
Check out our installation video to learn how easy it is to add our Retrofit Safety Grate to your floor door!
Ordering the Retrofit Safety Grate is quick and simple using our order form. Retrofit Safety Grates are designed for installation into existing openings where the door frame is already cast into concrete, or in place in a wooden frame.
To correctly quote your retrofit safety grate order, complete the online form.
For more information on our Floor Door and Fall Protection products, please visit our website.
